Builders and contractors

We want to help you power your new home, business or construction project. To help you get energy flowing faster, we've outlined several ways we can assist. 

Also review the Developer and New Service Checklist

Construction resources & services

Builder Service Request

If you are building a new home or business facility and need to have electric service installed, please complete our Builder Service Request.

Electric service requirements

Before you build your project, please become familiar with our electric service requirements. 

Expected electricity use/load sheets

Residential Line Extension Estimator

The Line Extension Estimator provides a ballpark estimate of what it may cost you to install electric facilities for service to your new home.

More ways we can help

Electrical safety

Be sure to maintain a 20-foot circle of safety and carefully manage heavy equipment near power lines. 

Arc flash and fault current

We can provide arc flash and secondary fault current information to electrical consultants and electricians.

Energy efficiency

Get technical expertise and cash incentives from Energy Trust or Pacific Power's Wattsmart® Business program.

Electric vehicles

Resources are available to help your business or fleet transition to electric vehicles. 

Builder support line

1-800-469-3981

Easements & right of way

503-813-6800

Power quality standards

Review standards